Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Northfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,850 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$30,850
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$595,164
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $32,160 the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $24,870 | 14 | $407,099 |
| 2023 | $26,450 | 17 | $472,542 |
| 2024 | $32,160 | 18 | $544,185 |
| 2025 | $30,850 | 13 | $595,164 |
How to apply
Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $24,850 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help School | 1Tuition assistance support for Catholic grade school. | $10,000 |
| Epiphany Catholic School | Tuition assistance for low-income grade school students. | $5,000 |
| Archdiocese of Chicago | Support of Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago through Lumen Cordium Society $2,000 and Generation to Generation Capital Campaign $2,400 | $4,400 |
| Big Shoulders Foundation | Scholarship funding for Catholic grade and high school students. | $3,000 |
| Christian Brothers of the Midwest | Support of religious order of Brothers who teach in the Catholic schools. | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Chicago | Support of Archdiocese of Chicago charities. | $1,500 |
| School Sisters of St Francis | Support of retired Catholic school nuns. | $1,000 |
| Mission of Our Lady of the Angels | Support of inner city programs for at-risk youth and adults in need. | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Support of organization for at-risk area families. | $500 |
| Irish American Heritage Center | Support of Irish heritage cultural organization. | $500 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Support of special needs children and adults. | $500 |
| Mercy Home for Boys Girls | Housing and educational support for needy children. | $500 |
| Our Lady of Tepeyac High School | Tuition assistance for low-income students. | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Joan Rice
- Judith Ann Rice
- Jacqueline M Brennan
Questions people ask
Does Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation give?
$30,850 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Joan Rice (Chairman Ceo), Judith Ann Rice (Vice Chairman) and Jacqueline M Brennan (Director).
What does Mary Joan Rice Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.